A Stellar Career in Aviation and Aerospace

Author:  Kathy Levy, Associate Editor, The Shot Peener
Source:  The Shot Peener magazine, Vol 30, Issue 1, Winter 2016
Doc ID:  2016002
Year of Publication:  2016
Abstract:  
SYLVAIN FORGUES is a dynamic contributor to the advancement of shot peening in aerospace and aviation. He is the founder and President of Shockform Aeronautique Inc. in Boisbriand, QC, Canada, where he is responsible for Research and Development, Strategic Orientation, Business Development and Product Development. Shockform has launched many innovative products since the company’s inception in 2006, including intelligent tools for repair peening, surface inspection devices and customized robotic shot peening systems. Shockform’s popular FlapSpeed® PRO for rotary-flap peening is widely used by aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities, airlines, original equipment manufacturers and the United States military. “Although peening is a mature market, it offers many opportunities for innovative products. We have a great team at Shockform and we are working on many exciting projects that will significantly improve the peening experience,” said Sylvain.